This book is a collection of introspective pieces that have been written in over a year, driving the narrative of life's struggles and triumph through faith. It begins with the ever-growing struggles of street life, drug addiction and the search for what is lost followed by the pressure of living to expectations. Throughout the journey, faith, divine love and the need to leave a legacy becomes main priority as a way to overcome the weight of life. In the end, fate meets destination and reflections of life becomes evident. I trust that you may have time to reflect on each piece written and be encouraged to overcome life's struggles and have a deeper faith in Jesus Christ.

This story is an authentic story based on real events. It consists of poems and personal thoughts of all the emotional turmoil I faced - with her in mind. Read it. I hope you enjoy it.

This is the sequel (continuation) of After. Hardin and Tessa's relationship will be tested in ways she never expected, but he knew of all along.

Tessa Young is an 18 year old college student with a simple life, excellent grades, and a sweet boyfriend. She always has things planned out ahead of time, until she meets a rude boy named Hardin, with too many tattoos and piercings who shatters her plans.